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Immigration Humanitarian Services Program
The Paramount City Council has approved $100,000 in funding to launch a new Immigration Humanitarian Services Program—a direct investment in the well-being of our residents.
This program is a partnership with trusted community organizations providing real help to those affected by recent immigration-related activity.
Together, these organizations will:
✔️ Purchase and deliver food boxes and essential supplies
✔️ Provide housing and utility assistance where needed
✔️ Host “Know Your Rights” workshops led by the Department of Justice
📩 Need assistance? Reach out directly:
🔹 Mujeres Unidas Sirviendo Activamente (MUSA) – Email info@musa18.org or call (562) 334-6868
🔹 Paramount Care Foundation – Email info@pcf.la or call (562) 272-4962
Latest Updates From the City
In light of recent events, the Paramount City Council stands united with our community. While we do not control federal immigration actions, we are committed to advocating for our residents, supporting peaceful expression, and keeping our community informed and united. Watch this message from Mayor Peggy Lemons and Vice Mayor Brenda Olmos.
If you or someone you know is seeking legal guidance or support regarding immigration, there are resources available to help.
LA Press Conference - June 11, 2025
Paramount Mayor Peggy Lemons joined Mayor Karen Bass and fellow regional leaders in urging an end to ICE raids, warning that residents are too afraid even to send their children to school.
Fact Check: The City’s Role in Immigration Enforcement
Know Your Rights
Understanding your rights is one of the most powerful tools you have, regardless of your immigration status. The City of Paramount encourages all residents to be informed and prepared.
If You Are Approached by Immigration Authorities:
- You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer questions about where you were born or how you entered the country.
- You do not have to open your door. Unless agents have a warrant signed by a judge, you are not required to let them into your home.
- You have the right to speak to a lawyer. You can ask for legal representation and should not sign anything you don’t understand.
- You can refuse to sign documents. Do not sign anything without reading it or having a lawyer review it first.
If You Are at Work or in Public:
- Stay calm. Do not run or resist.
- Ask if you are free to go. If the officer says yes, calmly walk away.
- Do not lie. Giving false documents or information can be used against you.
Plan Ahead:
- Memorize the phone number of a trusted contact or immigration attorney.
- Carry a Know Your Rights card and keep important documents in a safe place.
- Talk to your family about what to do in case of an emergency.
- For more information, visit the ACLU’s Know Your Rights resource or download a Know Your Rights card (PDF).
Additional Resources
Many trusted organizations offer support to individuals and families navigating immigration concerns. Below are local and national resources available to Paramount residents.
